May 16, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Holdin’ Horses at Horseshoes KY Grill
From heart felt originals to whiskey fueled classics to contemporary covers, Holdin Horses brings an unmistakable sound and unique image.
May 17, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Mad Anthony/ Tom Papas/ Hurts To Laugh at the Green Lantern
Mad Anthony- Cincinnati band channel Danzig and early 70s’ punk into charming, menacing, bombastic rock. Tom Papas- Member of legendary rockers Superdrag trots out his latest project. Nashville, Tennessee surf-metal duo.
May 18, 2013
Transylvania University Theatre presents “Pippin”
“Pippin” is a hip, tongue-in-cheek, anachronistic musical fairy tale that captivated Broadway audiences and continues to appeal to the young at heart everywhere. Presented by Transylvania University Theatre. May 16 – 19. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. May 16-18, and 2 p.m. May 19. In the musical, a mysterious acting troupe, led by a Leading Player, tells the story of …
Kentucky Sheep and Fiber Festival
A natural fiber and local food event, held in conjunction with The Bluegrass Stockdog Trial. Located at Masterson Station Park, over 70 vendors of natural fiber art, yarn and fleeces will be assembled in one place under tents and pavilions. The Kentucky Proud Bistro will cater to all palettes with locally raised and produced foods along with traditional fare. Livestock …
Bluegrass Classic Stockdog Trial at Masterson Station Park
The famous Bluegrass Classic Stockdog Trials will take place on May 15–219 at Masterson Station Park, marking over 50 years of border collie trials in the Bluegrass. This competition, nearly identical to the one in the popular movie “Babe,” is one of the longest-running and most prestigious trials in the country, typically drawing top handlers from across the United States. …
Studio Players: “Funny Money”
Picking up the wrong briefcase, which is filled with a fortune in unmarked bills, leads to a series of lies to neighbors, policemen, the cab driver and the thugs who want their money back, and the need to start drinking in this play, directed by Bob Singleton. May 9 – 26. Showtimes are 8 p.m. Fri., Sat. and opening night; …
Lexington Farmer’s Market at Chaepside Park
Established in 1975 as the Farm and Garden Market Cooperative Association, The Lexington Farmers’ Market has been a staple in the Lexington community, supplying healthy, locally grown produce from April to November. lexingtonfarmersmarket.com
Bike Lexington: Family Fun Ride
Thousands of cyclists to reclaim the streets of Lexington on the Family Fun Ride! Registration begins at 8:00am at the Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza at Main Street and Limestone. For more information go to: www.bikelexington.com
Shaker Village Wildlife Cruise to The Blue Heron Rookery
Cruise down the Kentucky River through a Great Blue Heron rookery with an up close view of a breeding colony during nesting season. The cruise will be led by an experienced birding authority. Starts at the Shaker Landing. shakervillageky.org for more information.
Kentucky Wine & Vine Fest
A day of wine, food and fun in downtown Nicholasville, KY. Kentucky arts and crafts, and gourmet food vendors. Noon to 7 p.m. Kentucky Wine and International & Domestic Wine Tasting Tents — sample, savor and celebrate to your heart’s content! Tickets $25.00 includes commemorative wineglass. Noon to 7 p.m. Run for the Merlot – a light-hearted race …
KY Women Writers Conference Preview Party at Morris Bookshop
Join the KY Women Writers Conference Board and staff for wine, appetizers, and a preview of writers to be featured at the September 20-21 conference. One of them, Louisville poet Kiki Petrosino, makes her Lexington debut, reading poems from her witty and wistful Robert-Redford-anagrammed collection, Fort Red Border. Don’t miss our drawing for one free ticket to the September conference. www.kentuckywomenwriters.org
Tim Easton at Willie’s Locally Known
Indie- americana singer/songwriter.
Kevin Bozeman at Comedy Off Broadway
In 2000, he was the winner of the Midwest region of the HBO “Comedy Competition” and competed in Los Angeles as a finalist. He performed on Comedy Central’s “Premium Blend” in 2003, and finished 2nd in the Boston Comedy Competition in 2005. He was a semi-finalist on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” in 2010. This past summer he co-starred in the …
“Love, Loss, and What I Wore” at Apres Vous Boutique
Presented by On The Verge: Nora Ephron describes her play Love, Loss and What I Wore as an intimate collection of stories. The New York Times describes it as delving into matters of the heart and matters of the closet. In the chic, intimate setting of Après Vous, audiences will get to enjoy the telling by six superb actresses …
Actors Guild: “William Shakespeare’s Land of the Dead”
London, 1599. After the Globe’s inaugural performance of “Henry V,” Shakespeare fends off an embittered Will Kemp, furious about Falstaff’s removal, and Francis Bacon. But when the company’s costumer is bitten by a plague-ridden madman and the Queen and her men arrive seeking safety, life in the playhouse takes a turn for the worse. A comedic homage to zombie films …
The Lexington Singers at The Lexington Opera House
The Lexington Singers take the stage with the best of Broadway. Hum along with your favorite musical medleys from Kentucky’s 2006 “Artist of the Year” and composer, arranger, and accompanist, Jay Flippin. For more information visit: www.lexsing.org www.lexingtonoperahouse.com
Nashville @ Natasha’s: Rich Fagan
Rich Fagan has had six top ten singles and 18 charted singles on the Billboard Country charts. Fagan’s songs have been recorded by Neil Diamond, George Strait, John Michael Montgomery, Clay Walker, Hank Williams, Jr., George Jones, Shania Twain, Patty Loveless, Jason & the Scorchers, The Blues Brothers Band and many others. Please Call Natasha’s at (859)259-2754 to purchase your …
Girls, Guns, & Glory at Paulie’s Toasted Barrel
Paulie’s features live music almost every night of the week downtown as well as drink specials. Girls, Guns & Glory is a Boston based Rockabilly influenced, Alt. Country band.
Lexington Punk Rock Night at the Green Lantern
The Loaded Nuns/ Voice Of Addiction/ The Involuntary’s. 21+
Stephen Kelly Hunt at Horsehoes Bar and Grill
Lexington singer and songwriter and his band will put on a show of soul, rock and country covers and originals at the Saloon.
Kevin Bozeman at Comedy Off Broadway
In 2000, he was the winner of the Midwest region of the HBO “Comedy Competition” and competed in Los Angeles as a finalist. He performed on Comedy Central’s “Premium Blend” in 2003, and finished 2nd in the Boston Comedy Competition in 2005. He was a semi-finalist on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” in 2010. This past summer he co-starred in the …
Boogie G and The Titanics at Parlay Social
The Titanics are Lexington’s newest power trio. Funk, Soul, rock n Roll.
Ancient Warfare/ Oh My Me at Willie’s Locally Known
Local indie rock favorites.
May 19, 2013
Transylvania University Theatre presents “Pippin”
“Pippin” is a hip, tongue-in-cheek, anachronistic musical fairy tale that captivated Broadway audiences and continues to appeal to the young at heart everywhere. Presented by Transylvania University Theatre. May 16 – 19. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. May 16-18, and 2 p.m. May 19. In the musical, a mysterious acting troupe, led by a Leading Player, tells the story of …
Bluegrass Classic Stockdog Trial at Masterson Station Park
The famous Bluegrass Classic Stockdog Trials will take place on May 15–219 at Masterson Station Park, marking over 50 years of border collie trials in the Bluegrass. This competition, nearly identical to the one in the popular movie “Babe,” is one of the longest-running and most prestigious trials in the country, typically drawing top handlers from across the United States. …
Studio Players: “Funny Money”
Picking up the wrong briefcase, which is filled with a fortune in unmarked bills, leads to a series of lies to neighbors, policemen, the cab driver and the thugs who want their money back, and the need to start drinking in this play, directed by Bob Singleton. May 9 – 26. Showtimes are 8 p.m. Fri., Sat. and opening night; …
Canceled: High Hope Steeplechase
This annual event at the Kentucky Horse Park was canceled due to lack of entries, the board announced last week.
Historic House and Garden Tour
Lexington’s historic Northside tour of some of their most beautiful homes and gardens. Tickets for this self-guided tour are $15 for adults, $5 for kids ages 4 to 17 years old, and children under 4 are admitted free. www.northsidelex.com
Bleu Plate Culinary Tour
A guided walking food tour that traverses through beautiful, historic downtown Lexington while stopping at the city’s best eateries. Sample the fare that made each place an iconic staple in Lexington restaurants. It’s a stroll through the park with a side dish of history, a dash of culture and a taste of the Bluegrass. Sundays tour focuses on more casual …
Lexington Craft Beer Week
The Beer Trappe – Sierra Nevada 30th Anniversary Beer School – 4pm & 6pm Join Cicerone Kevin Patterson for an interactive tasting of all four Sierra Nevada 30th Anniversary Beers. #1: Fritz & Ken’s Ale (Imperial Stout); #2: Charlie, Fred, & Ken’s Bock (Maibock); #3: Jack & Ken’s Ale (American Barleywine); #4: Oak Aged Brewers Reserve (Grand Cru). www.thebeertrappe.com
